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Preschool Teacher
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$36,447 / year median in Minnesota
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Bridge Academy of Early Learning Forest Lake, MN Full Time Requirements:
Our center is growing and we are looking to add to our team! All employees are expected to provide a warm and nurturing environment while making learning a fun and interactive experience.
Teacher Position:
Has completed or advancing in a college degree, CDA, credits in early childhood education, or a closely related field Has previous experience working with young children Takes pride in the development and implementation of an age appropriate curriculum Is self-motivated, creative, reliable, kind, and nurturing Communicates with skill to children, parents, and coworkers Maintain and run a classroom that is made to inspire learning through play as well as integrate developmentally appropriate classroom activities Inspire lifelong learners while maintaining a fun and interactive classroom Flexible to the hours and schedule of work, must be willing to work any time between 6:00am-6:00pm Willing to learn about state accreditation requirements for the center and continue to follow and maintain licensing requirements
Qualifications:
- Must pass the applicant background study required by the Department of Human Services
- Must have documentation of U.S. Citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.
- Must meet the qualifications of a lead teacher as defined under the department of Human Services' Rule 3 requirements (qualifying college credits required and previous experience preferred) as well as meeting state requirements for accreditations
- Must have the physical abilities to perform the following job duties
- Must be able to lift or carry children and other items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to speak and be understand under normal conditions
- Must be able to see and read newsprint with or without corrective lenses
Benefits:
Fun, professional work environment Child care discounts Career advancement opportunities Paid vacation Paid Holidays Competitive pay, lead teachers start out at $19.00
- 20.
00/hour
Bonuses Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$19.00
- $20.
00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Discounts/Reimbursements